5
The Esophagus body part is identified by the character 5
in the 4th position of the ICD-10-PCS procedure code.
It is contained within the Transplantation root operation of the Gastrointestinal System body system
under the Medical and Surgical section. The 4the position refers to the body part or body region when applicable.
Section:
0
= Medical and Surgical
Body System:
D
= Gastrointestinal System
Root Operation:
Y
= Transplantation
Body Part:
5
- EsophagusE
- Large Intestine8
- Small Intestine6
- StomachSelect the appropriate procedure code based on the approach & device:
0DY5
- Esophagus
Cutting through the skin or mucous membrane and any other body layers necessary to expose the site of the procedure